Whether it is a wife, who wants their home to be pleasing to the husband,

or a bachelor who wants his home to be a "man cave" without the "cave"…

we get this request often!

And it doesn't have to include a frumpy old couch and a lava lamp!!

So how do we do it?? Whats our secret??

Here are 4 tips we nailed down to create this look

for our Bachelor in Uptown:

Mix and Match:

We like to mix and match our metals, materials and times. For example, mixing the old with the new, using both bronze and polished metals are all ways to help a space feel less "formal" and add a masculine touch.

Textures - Leather, Wood and Metal:

Solid, heavy and seemingly "bulky" textures are perfect ways to incorporate attractiveness into a "manly" space. You don't have to go out and find an old brown leather couch in order to do this. We used a stunning charcoal leather on this sectional and a dark, thick coffee table to give this room a "heavier" feel.

Angles not Curves:

Pretty self explanatory -- Men don't want "curly q's" in their space. Sharp lines, quick angles and straight edges are the way to go.

Color Combos:

Neutral Base - Always start with a gray/taupe/beige neutral base and build off of that. If all the major upholstery pieces are neutral, you can create any color scheme in the artwork and accessories to bring some color into the space.

You don't have to turn into "Frank" off "Father of the Bride" to have an

We are currently working on a home that has several large spaces…. that need to be filled!

Do you ever have this question??

The dilemma: How to correctly separate these spaces while creating a clearly defined means of egress and way finding throughout the space…without confusing all your guests?

The answer:We came up with 4 answers!! Read on to find out:

1. Start with your Entryway:

This is the first place your guests will see as they enter your home. Make sure this space is well organized and well lit. These are a few light fixtures we suggested to our client for his entryway:

2. Correct Placement of Color in your Furniture Pieces:

Bounce color around your sitting areas thoughtfully. Reuse certain "statement" patterns on pillows on a few different upholstery pieces to dictate a specific space.

Utilize your artwork to pop the color around the room as well.

For example, if your sitting area has shades of blue gray in the fabrics, place a piece of art with that same color directly in that sitting area.

3. Area Rugs:

This is a biggie! Area rugs are the best way to define a specific space. Anchor the front legs of the furniture pieces on the rug to "explain" what belongs to that area.

4. Focal Points:

Use the "wow" factors of your design to dictate the important spaces in your home. For example, our client has a stunning wet bar that he wants to be a congregation point for his guests. So we suggested using a 3Form product as an inset wall panel above the wet bar to create an unmistaken focal point.

Following these 4 steps are sure to win you "best entertainer" of the year

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Traci Connell and her team are experts in delivering unique design with ease of mind. Traci's impeccable eye for space planning and design combined with her in-depth knowledge of project management, differentiates her from other interior designers. Traci specializes in materials and furnishings that stand up to everyday life, giving her clients a “bulletproof” home for kids, pets, entertaining and more.

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